FIRE PUMP SERVICE FOR IOWA CITY VAMC
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically Network Contracting Office 23, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) or Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) sources for Fire Pump Service at the Iowa City VA Medical Center. This effort involves comprehensive 5-year fire protection testing to ensure compliance with Joint Commission and NFPA 25 standards. Responses are due March 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, and supervision necessary for 5-Year Fire Protection Testing at the Iowa City VA Health Care System. Key services include:
- Comprehensive inspection and testing of fire sprinkler systems and components every 5 years.
- Internal piping inspections, valve inspections, and hydrostatic testing of Fire Department Connections and dry sprinkler systems.
- Five-year inspection, testing, maintenance, and flow for standpipe, wet sprinkler systems, and dry sprinkler systems across specific buildings (1, 2, 20, 40, 41, 42, 49, 50, and 7).
- Checking all gauges with a calibrated gauge.
Special Certifications
Bidders must have an NFPA 25 certified field service representative with a minimum of five (5) years of specialized continuous experience in testing and inspection.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance)
- PSC: J043 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Pumps And Compressors)
- Set-Aside: Market research targets SDVOSB/VOSB sources.
- Response Due: March 2, 2026, 4:00 PM CST
- Published: February 18, 2026
Evaluation
Responses will be used for market research to determine the availability of qualified SDVOSB or VOSB sources. This notice is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a promise to issue one.
Additional Notes
No phone calls. Technical questions will not be accepted at this time. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs incurred in responding to this notice. Responses are not considered offers and cannot form a binding contract.